Azurra seeks first victory in the tournament as Hungarians seek to remain in the lead
This Tuesday, Italy welcomes Hungary for the second round of Group 3 of the League of Nations. The Italians are looking for their first victory in the competition, while the Hungarians are looking for a second consecutive victory to stay in the lead. The match, at Stadio Dino Manuzzi, is scheduled for 15:45 (Brasília time). Also at the same time and by the same group, Germany welcomes England.
In the tournament’s debut, Italy opened the scoring but suffered a draw soon after against Germany. Meanwhile, Hungary beat England 1-0 and took the lead in Group 3 of the competition.
Roberto Mancini should not make any changes regarding the draw with the Germans. The team that entered the field in the opening round of the tournament should be kept for this Tuesday’s match, with few doubts to be resolved by the coach.
Also coached by an Italian (Marco Rossi), Hungary will come to face Azzurri without major changes. Relying on the strength of the squad, with several players playing in important teams (especially in Germany), the commander aims to keep the team from the first round.
History of Italy vs Hungary match
. 33 games in total: 16 wins for Italy, 9 draws and 8 wins for Hungary
. 63 goals for Italy and 53 goals for Hungary
. Hungary 3×1 Italy – Friendly – 08/22/07
. Italy 1×0 Hungary – Qualifiers – 06/10/01
. Hungary 2×2 Italy – Qualifiers – 03/09/00
Recent statistics for Italy and Hungary in the last 10 games
Italy
. Average of 1.3 goals scored and 1.1 conceded
. Clean sheets at 30% and not scored at 40%
. Over 1.5 by 70% and over 2.5 by 50%
. Both teams score in 50% of games
. 30% of goals scored in the first 30 minutes
. Tie the first half at 60%
. 0-1 goals difference by 80%
. Second half with more goals in 40% of games
Hungary
. Average of 1.1 goals scored and 1.0 conceded
. Clean sheets at 30% and not scored at 40%
. Over 1.5 by 50% and under 2.5 by 60%
. Only one team scores in 70% of games
. 45% of goals scored in the first 30 minutes
. Tie the first half at 60%
. 0-1 goals difference by 80%
. Second half with more goals in 50% of games
